Adjunct Faculty, Foreign Language (Russian)

Cuyahoga Community College; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 9,566 - 11,458; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach Russian language, literature, and culture. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Russian or a related field with sufficient graduate coursework in Russian. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, delivering lessons, and evaluating student work. The position pays $942 per Equated Semester Unit (ESU) and requires residency in Ohio. Flexibility in schedule during day, evening, or weekend classes is needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Russian or related field with 18 graduate-level hours in Russian.
• Experience in teaching and engagement with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a full range of courses in Russian language, literature and culture.
• Prepares and delivers learning activities to achieve course outcomes.
• Maintains and submits attendance records and grades.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Organizational skills

Sensitivity to diverse populations

Education

Master’s degree in Russian or related field

PhD in Russian

Job description

Special Note: This is a part-time (adjunct) faculty position. Candidates will be interviewed and hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year.

Department: Liberal Arts & Sciences

Reports To: Associate Dean

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID:req7039

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: To be determined based on business unit needs. Classes may be offered during the day, evening and/or weekend. Please indicate your availability when applying for this position.

Job Description:

Teaches a full range of courses in Russian language, literature and culture.

• Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers, and examinations
• Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Be available to students for coaching
• Periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training and development

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Russian; or master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate‑level course hours in Russian
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications:P

• PhD in Russian
• Teaching experience

In order to be considered for an Adjunct faculty position, these additional documents are required to be uploaded: Unofficial transcript & license/certifications (Based on requirements outlined in posting).

Special Note: This is a Part-Time Faculty position, with the following set rate of pay: $942.00/Equated Semester Unit (ESU)

Adjunct only: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands from your employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.2 Adjunct Faculty Hiring and Employment Procedure.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.